State Budget Talks Enter Final Week Amid Fears of Congressional Cuts

State budget talks enter final week amid fears of congressional cuts

With one week to go in the legislative session, lawmakers are grappling with yet another curve ball from the federal government following the U.S. House passage of a budget bill that would drastically alter federal aid to states.

Illinois Internet Casinos Debate Heats Up, Bowling Alleys Chime In - American Faith

Proposals to expand Illinois’ gambling laws to allow internet casinos are facing resistance as the spring legislative session nears its end, but some lawmakers say there’s still a chance it could happen. State Rep. Bob Rita, D-Blue Island, a key figure in previous gambling expansions, noted that with just days left before adjournment, “anything is possible.” The push for online casinos has sparked a fierce debate in Springfield. Bowling alley ow…

Online casino measure could still advance at Illinois Statehouse

(The Center Square) – Proposals to expand gambling further to allow internet casinos may be stalling in Illinois with the end of spring legislative session approaching. But one legislator says anything is possible.

State budget talks enter final week amid fears of federal cuts

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois lawmakers have one week to pass a new state budget with little room for new spending and Congress presenting further challenges and uncertainty.

Uncertainty reigns supreme as Illinois lawmakers enter the final week of session

Uncertainty reigns supreme as Illinois lawmakers enter the final week of the spring legislative session without a budget deal in place while several other pertinent topics are unresolved.